Absinthe sous chef Eric Gibbs named brunch champ on Food Network’s “Chopped”

Absinthe sous chef Eric Gibbs, who was the “Brunch Battle” champion on Food Network’s “Chopped.” After months of having to keep the news from friends, family and coworkers, Absinthe sous chef Eric Gibbs can finally celebrate. Related Links The Absinthe Group plots a new restaurant at 888 Brannan Last night, on Food Network’s “Chopped,” it was revealed that Gibbs — who was a contestant on the series back in September, competing against three other cooks from around the country — had emerged as the “Brunch Battle” champion. Originally from New Jersey, Gibbs says he first started working in restaurants as a dishwasher to pay his way through college. Over the years, he worked his way